Note: Static and distortion, and some background noise, on original tape. Recording levels vary across parts.
Description: Knowles Ryerson (1892-1990) served as an Agricultural Extension Agent specializing in subtropical horticulture at University of California, Berkeley and Davis; Researcher with the USDA and Bureau of Plant Industry and Assistant Dean of the College of Agriculture (now UC Davis) from 1937-1952.
His extensive oral history interview, conducted by Joann Leach Larkey, discusses his horticulture work as well as the Davis campus during his time there.
Part 26 of the interview includes a conversation with his wife, Edith Popenoe Ryerson. Howard G. MacMillan is also included in the interview for Parts 27-31.
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